Wonderful story! One of 4 in the series. I highly recommend all of her books.

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Bible story written into a different historical setting. This is one that's hard to put down! She has a great talent for writing a story that you want to read forever!

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This book was so good. It was heart wrenching. It made me want to know more about Jacob/Leah/Rachel in the Bible.

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This series is based on the biblical stories of Leah and Rachel. I had alweys read the biblical story from Rachel's point of view. Jacob loved Rachel, not Leah. Leah needed to back off and find her own man. End of story.
Then, I read this series. Let me tell you, I compleetly switched sides. I am 100% team Leana. Liz Curtis Higgs managed to humanize the character based on Leah. I was rooting for her through all three books. It actualy got to the point that I would slam the book shut and go rant about Rose (Rachel's character) to the rest of my family. There was so much drama, and I couldn't help but become emotionally involved.
The only thing I couldn't understand, is why did either of them even want Jamie? I could not stand him. He was weak willed, and ever changing. He needed to grow a backbone. I really don't know why either of them gave him a second thought. But, such is life. People fall in love with unreliable fools every day.

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Interesting rtelling of the story of Jacob, Leah and Rachel set in Scotland.

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This extraordinary novel is written in the manner of classics of eras gone by, though I love that the chapters are short for easier reading. The depth and detail paint a rich tapestry not generally found in books of this century. It did take me longer to read, as I wanted to absorb the story and ponder each scene. If you like historical fiction, do not miss reading Thorn in My Heart.

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This book was so good! I seriously could not put it down! A must read!

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Higgs, the bestselling author of 20 inspirational books, successfully tries her hand at her first historical novel, spinning a new version of the biblical story of Jacob to show the costs of deception and the triumph of love despite adversity. The story opens in 1764 Scotland, a month before the birth of Rowena McKie's twin boys. Those readers familiar with the biblical account of Isaac and Rebecca, their twin sons Jacob and Esau, and Jacob's search for a wife will have no trouble discerning how the plot unwinds. Higgs has a good track record with romance novels (Bookends; Mixed Signals), and she handles the love affairs between the younger twin James McKie and sisters Rose and Leana McBride with aplomb. Despite the predictable story line, Higgs keeps a few surprises up her sleeve, including the device of a proxy wedding (which although historically authentic, may be a stretch for some). Christian fiction readers will appreciate many of the moral lessons gently delivered, especially as James discovers that deception is a two-edged sword. The book feels a bit too long, but Higgs's fine writing will satisfy historical fiction aficionados. Although Scottish words are liberally sprinkled throughout the text, their definition through context is usually clear, and a welcome and thorough glossary in the back of the book further aids readers. Higgs incorporates many lovely historical details, and her strong storytelling skills stand her in good stead here.

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Interesting series

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I didn't care for the author's use of a biblical story in a different setting.

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An amazing book, a must read!

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